Milestone for ZDR Public: First BREEAM In-Use Certification Awarded
The Česká Lípa Retail Park has been awarded the BREEAM In-Use certification at the Very Good level, becoming the first property within the ZDR Public fund to receive this internationally recognized sustainability standard. It is also only the second property across the entire ZDR Investments group to achieve this certification, with more properties expected to follow soon.
The retail park was added to the ZDR Public portfolio in 2020, shortly after undergoing a major renovation that expanded its retail space. In late 2024, a further phase of improvements was launched, but this time focused entirely on operational sustainability. The aim was to reduce energy and water consumption, improve indoor environmental quality, and enhance comfort for both tenants and visitors.
Thanks to the measures implemented, Česká Lípa Retail Park was awarded the BREEAM In-Use Very Good certification. This rating evaluates a building’s environmental impact and overall sustainability, covering areas such as energy and water use, indoor environmental quality, and waste management.
Key improvements included:
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Environmental and hydrological assessments, followed by implementation of recommended actions
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Installation of water-saving aerators
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Monitoring systems for detecting potential water leaks
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Optimization of cooling and ventilation schedules
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Continuous monitoring of indoor CO₂ levels
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Smart regulation of indoor lighting intensity
The Česká Lípa Retail Park is part of a pilot project aimed at certifying ten properties in the Czech Republic, with the ultimate goal of certifying the fund’s entire real estate portfolio. Additional certifications are expected in the near future.
The first property within the ZDR Investments group to obtain a BREEAM In-Use certificate was the Hradec Králové Retail Park.
